My source has given me the following information about the upcoming flex
release and asked that I not use the actual product name. The internal code
name is Flexaboomatron, or an alternate code name "woooooey".
1. The new product has basically been developed for the military; but, a
version with slightly lesser specs is being offered to the amateur community.
2. It is modular in nature, packaged in a series of 19" inch rack mount
modules, 2.25" tall, and depth of 18.5 inches.
3. The modules are identified as A, B, C, D and PS-1 & PS-2
4. Module A has several plug in assemblies. The basic version of this module
consists of a receiver and transmitter similar to the F1.5K. The difference is
that the receiver is a much hotter version.
The following plug in assemblies are available:
- all frequency, tracking filters that allow reception on any
frequency with brick wall
Selectivity
- multi frequency receive assembly that simultaneously receives
on 16 tuneable
Frequencies at the same time. Via software, outputs are
individual or combined. Up
To four assemblies per A module, additional A modules allowed
- 125W output assembly The military version has up to 4
simultaneous transmit outputs
- Auto antenna switch module similar to the F5K
5. Module B is a power amplifier module. Designed primarily for SSB and
Independent Sideband. It is a 725W PEP module when used with the PS-2, 400W
with the PS-1. At low power it will handle continuous digital.
Multiple output assemblies may be paralleled using multiple power supplies.
These amplifiers are the highest efficiency units available today. B holds 6
amps.
6. Module C is the water cooling assembly for the amps. It connects to your
cold water tap and is routed thru a 10cup coffee filter.
7. Module D is a military module and is classified.
The new offering also works in the negative frequency spectrum which has, in
the past, been reserved only for politicians. In this mode, the amplifiers
generate cold....the recommendation is to connect the hose to a beer keg. I
have a unit on order. Look for me in the negative spectrum on [minus]2.718 .
George
K2CM
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